Your Retreat To Addiction Recovery

There are many personal decisions to be made regarding addiction recovery, but the first decision is to ask for help.

Addiction Recovery: To Stay or Get Away

The choice to travel to a destination or stay in town for addiction treatment can be a challenging decision. Whether you or your loved one struggle with alcohol, drugs, or some other addiction, there can be advantages and disadvantages to both. Often times, both have their place in the journey to sobriety and can be a helpful part of the recovery process. Let’s take a look together:

Traveling

Pros

Usually a retreat-like atmosphere where clients can remember the joys of life in a relaxing and enjoyable place

Get away from influences that might be triggering addictive behaviors

A sense of starting fresh in a new place

Often-times all inclusive: meals, outings, individual and group therapy, family therapy, etc

Smaller facilities provide a more individualized and holistic treatment program

Cons

The cost can be higher

Away from family and friends

More care needs to be taken when transitioning home to ensure support and positive lifestyle habits are present

Staying Close By

Pros

The opportunity to work on sobriety in your usual life setting

No need to travel

Some times less expensive

May be able to see family and friends more easily

Cons

Less treatment options available since search is local

Limited care providers and treatment centers

Remain close to potential negative influences such as friends who are addicts or other reminders of the memories of addiction

Most local treatment centers have a higher volume of patients and less individualized care

It’s important to choose a treatment center based on your specific situation. A substance abuse counselor can walk you through the options and help you navigate the challenges of addiction. Ask a lot of questions and find out what is the best fit for your situation.

Clients travel from across the United States to experience the healing power of Vista Taos. We serve clients from the following states:

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